Migration and Health in SADC - A review of the literature

Migration and Health in SADC - A review of the literature

Published Jan 2010

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This review presents a synthesis of published literature relating to migration and health in the Southern African Development Community (SADC). To support this review, a set of key informant interviews with representatives of academic institutions and international organizations working on migration and health in SADC have been undertaken to supplement the findings from the literature. From the synthesis of available literature, and findings from the key informant interviews, eight key findings have emerged and recommendations are being presented to emphasize the importance of a public-health approach to research, intervention design and evaluation, and policymaking in relation to migration and health in SADC.

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